Dr. Mark Hood, M.D.
Dr. Mark Hood is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Indianapolis, Indiana. A Medicare provider since 2015, Dr. Hood has performed 23 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#139 in Indiana) and 22 hip replacements, for a combined total of 45 procedures.
In Indiana, Dr. Hood performs below average in knee (23 vs 44 avg), below average in hip (22 vs 32 avg).
Dr. Hood's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (23 cases) and hip replacements (22 cases).
Indianapolis is home to 34 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Indianapolis area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Hood's Medicare data spans 4 years, beginning in 2020. Volume peaked at 72 procedures in 2020 before settling at 45 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Hood's 23 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims represent approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally (source: CMS data, AJRR). This range estimates the surgeon's total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count above is the definitive, audited figure.
How Dr. Hood Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Indiana state average.
Contact & Location
Indianapolis, IN 46256
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Hood's recorded volume peaked at 72 procedures in 2020 and stood at 45 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
Hospital Affiliations & Quality
Quality ratings and complication rates are hospital-level metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon performance. Star ratings updated quarterly. Complication data covers a rolling 3-year period.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Hood
How does Dr. Hood's procedure volume compare to other Indiana surgeons?
Dr. Hood has performed 45 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Indiana average is 60 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Hood ranks #115 out of 222 orthopedic surgeons in Indiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Hood perform?
Dr. Hood's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (23 cases) and hip replacement (22 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Hood in Indianapolis?
Yes. There are 34 orthopedic surgeons in Indianapolis in the current Medicare dataset. Patients can compare procedure volumes and specializations to choose the surgeon who best fits their needs. Use the state page to view all Indiana surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Hood represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on the most recent Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Hood's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 45 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Hood's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Hood's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 72 procedures in 2020 and was 45 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Hood perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Hood's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (23 cases), hip replacement (22 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Hood affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Hood is affiliated with Community Hospital East, Community Hospital North, Community Hospital South.
How does Dr. Hood compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Indianapolis?
Among the 34 orthopedic surgeons in Indianapolis, Dr. Hood ranks #21 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Indianapolis has 153 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Hood practices?
Community Hospital East (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Community Hospital North (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Community Hospital South (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Indianapolis, Indiana
Dr. Hood's 45 Medicare procedures are below the Indianapolis average of 125. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Indianapolis.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Robert Meneghini | 153 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Pomeroy | 149 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. George Vestermark | 142 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joshua Carter | 132 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Timothy Williams | 131 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Patrick Millikan | 122 | Hip, Knee |
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